Dizi 笛子

The dizi is a traditional Chinese transverse flute made from bamboo, with over 2,000 years of history. Known for its bright, melodic sound, the dizi has a special membrane, called the dimo, covering one hole, which gives it a distinctive buzzing tone. Played by blowing across a mouth hole and covering finger holes, it can express lively, lyrical, and even dramatic moods. The dizi is widely used in Chinese folk and classical music and is now featured in orchestras and fusion genres worldwide.